1. A photograph of a young boy and an older man holding hands with their backs to the camera. They are walking towards a large green dome of an observatory. The boy is wearing a silver astronaut costume and the man wears a backpack shaped liked a rocket. The caption next to the photograph reads “Oscar and Grandpa went to the moon. They got back in time for tea”.

Herstmonceux

  1. Things to do around Herstmonceux
    Tour the castle, gaze at the skies, or let the kids get hands-on with scientific experiments.
  2. What's on around Herstmonceux
    There are regular events at the Observatory and castle tours, as well as an annual Medieval Fayre.
  3. History of Herstmonceux
    Archeological finds suggest that the village now known as Herstmonceux dates back as far as the neolithic period.
  4. Where to stay around Herstmonceux
    Country houses, beach retreats and award-winning B&Bs - there's plenty of choice.
  5. Food and drink around Herstmonceux
    From a tea room in an orangery to fantastic farm shops and elegant restaurants.
  6. Walks in Herstmonceux and around
    Country lanes, open fields, green-copper domes and a moated castle.
  7. Castle taken from the trees, reflected onto the moat

    Find out more about Herstmonceux Castle, a beautiful fifteenth century building that was once the largest residential home in England. 

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